Archive for May, 2009
Monday, May 25th, 2009
Writing so much about the latest innovations in technology, I had the chance to change the way I see things and to get rid of that suspicious mind of mine that always had to doubt the things that seemed, at first sight, impossible. I am now more open minded than ever and I’m convinced that “never say never†it’s the best quote to lead our lives. You can never know where brilliant minds can go to. You just can’t.
So if you thought that a laptop cooling pad is just a laptop cooling pad and that you can bring much innovation to such a product, then you’re so very wrong.
The Nexus TDD-9000 is a liquid cooling solution created by the Dutch company called Nexus Technology that has just made its debut in the world of market accessories with this product. And what a debut they succeeded!
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“When you put the laptop cooling pad on your lap you will feel your lap turn colder within 10 secondsâ€, said Michael van der Jagt, the CEO of Nexus Technology. And if you are not the type of guy that believes everything no matter what, then you should know that SGS Taiwan, which is a testing institute, decided to do some independent tests that ended with an extraordinary result for Nexus: their claims are totally supported by those tests. To be more precise, they showed that the temperatures of the omponents of the laptop they used improved significantly, with up to 17 degrees Celsius.
The liquid cooling pad can be always taken into consideration when it comes to portable solutions. On one hand it can be folded and then carried along with the laptop and you won’t have to worry about scratching your device. On the other hand, you can use it everywhere you like: it doesn’t matter if you’re in a train, at home or, I don’t know, in a plane, for example.
The Nexus TDD-9000 is expected to become available starting the second half of the next month (June) for a price of $23.00.
(Source: Coolest-Gadgets)
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Saturday, May 23rd, 2009
The last MP3 player Creative launched in the market was called Zen Mozaic which became available in the United States starting last August. In the given context, you must agree it’s been a while since we last had the chance to see a new product coming from Creative, so these two MP3 players I’m going to tell you about are something like a dream come true.
Following the tradition of the Zen line, the Zen Mozaic EZ300 and the Zen MX are designed to bring the users the ultimate music experience.
The first one, meaning the Zen Mozaic EZ300, is available in two different versions: a 8GB version which is being sold for $79.99, while the 4GB one can be yours for $59.99.
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Other features include a 1.8 inch TFT display (a colored one), an integrated speaker, FM radio, voice recorder and, for those who have problems with getting up in the mornings, there’s also an alarm clock. The mosaic design is quite unique and is you’ll see, for example, that the EZ300 is based on the plug and play system, which will help you drag and drop the songs you want to listen to.
As for the Zen MX, you’ll probably find a resemblance between the device and a credit card. It measures 83.2 z 55.0 x 11.9 millimeters and comes in two versions also: the 8GB model is being sold for a price of $99.99, while the 16GB one for $129.99.
The features of the Zen MX include a 2.5 inch display with a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, an SD/SDHC card support, voice recorder, FM radio and, once again, an alarm clock.
(Source: Coolest-Gadgets)
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Friday, May 22nd, 2009
When you have nothing to do with the culinary universe but you have the nerve to consider yourself a chef, then the smoky atmosphere of your kitchen isn’t completely justified. Ok, I agree with the fact that accidents happen to everyone, but when they happen on a regular basis, I’d be more careful as far as the using of terms is concerned, if I were you.
In such conditions, a smoke alarm isn’t a must anymore, and do you know why? Because you wouldn’t know for sure that there’s something going on in your kitchen, something dangerous, of course. Maybe you’re a safety-conscious person, but if you’re also a wreck when it comes to preparing yourself a meal, then you shouldn’t consider such a device!
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Because the kitchen will always be smoky when you are around due to your lack of skills, and the smoke alarm will always go off. And whose fault is that you’re such a clumsy little fellow? So what you need is an anti-smoke alarm like the Smokey, which is an anti-smoke alarm.
The complete name is actually the Remote Smoke Alarm Silencer and is designed to help you reduce to silence the smoke alarm without removing its batteries.
According to the designer, Beth Fuller, “Smokey is a playful character who lives happily on your refrigerator in the kitchen. He serves two functions: (1) a remote smoke alarm silencer and (2) an everyday kitchen timer. He allows you to easily silence nuisance alarms that occur when cooking without having to climb on a chair or frantically remove the batteryâ€.
In addition, she says the device is targeted at old people and those who suffer from all sorts of disabilities who are not able to climb on a chair.
(Source: YankoDesign)
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Thursday, May 21st, 2009
I really envy those who are able to do all sorts of impossible tricks, at least at first sight, with the skateboard. And I envy them because I would have enjoyed very much to have such a passion in my life, but I think that I lack a couple of things that would have made perfect for the job, if I may say so.
On the other hand, I am afraid of walking on the skateboard, so the envious feeling isn’t quite justified. But maybe a game controller would be perfect for me.
Those who are into playing all sorts of famous games probably appreciate more a unique game controller than someone like me, for example. The Tony Hawk: RIDE is what the doctor ordered, coming from Tony Hawk and Activision.
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So let’s see what the Tony Hawk: RIDE is able to do. First of all, it comes with a wireless skateboard controller which can be connected to the game. This way, the user can enjoy the ultimate gaming experience, which is much more dynamic. On the other hand, there are accelerometers, motion sensors that allow the user “to physically control the action by performing various movements and gestures on the board that directly translate into amazing tricks in the gameâ€.
(Source: Dvice)
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Wednesday, May 20th, 2009
If people can use words like “stylish†or “elegant†in order to describe products like cell phones, computers (irrespective of the fact that they’re desktops or laptops) or iPhone cases, for example, why not use them for a vacuum cleaner also?
And here we have for you an impressive vacuum, coming from Hoover and having a great design, quite sophisticated, if I may say so. It is called Xarion Allergy Care Plus, or the TAC1620 which is as stylish as vacuum cleaner can be. This one is bagless, being based on a unique technology, called Airvolution which does something very important for a person who uses the device. To be more precise, it accelerates the air flow so you can benefit a separation efficiency of no more than 97%, and this happens in no more than three stages.
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In addition, there is the Allergy Care Plus package which helps you enjoy the cleanest air ever inside your home, an aspect that could be convincing for those who suffer from all sorts of allergies. Not to mention the fact that there is also a pet brush turbo, just in case you own a pet and you don’t want to get rid of it no matter what, and a 3-in-1 multi tool.
The suction power is highly sustained by the Airvolution technology which is based and also helped a lot by the separation efficiency, which means that the Hoover vacuum cleaner won’t be inconstant while you use it.
Other features that you can find on the board of this vacuum refer to an exhaust filter that is washable and enables a very easy access, rubber wheels, a telescopic carry handle, and, of course, a carpet/hard floor nozzle that can be adjusted.
You won’t need the Hoover vacuum cleaner bags anymore, which will be a way for you to save some money. As for the price, you can buy the Xarion TAV1620 for an amount of £145.
(Source: Dvice)
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